First Lady of Akwa Ibom, Patience Umo Eno is dead
Akwa Ibom mourns the passing of First Lady, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, who died after an illness. The state grieves with the First Family during this difficult time.
The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced the heart-wrenching passing of Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, beloved wife of the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno. In a deeply emotional statement released early Friday, the Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong, conveyed the profound loss, revealing that the First Lady passed away after battling an undisclosed illness.
The release, titled “Unexpected Sunset,” shared the devastating news:
"It is with deep sorrow that we inform the people of Akwa Ibom and beyond of the passing of Her Excellency, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, the cherished wife of our Governor. After a period of illness, she transitioned peacefully on September 26th, 2024, surrounded by her family in a hospital. The family submits to the will of God in this moment of great pain and calls for the prayers and support of kind souls during this period of mourning."
The family has asked for privacy while they grieve, and further details will be shared at a later time.
Governor Umo Eno, in his response, expressed deep gratitude to all those who have supported the First Family during this trying time. Despite this personal tragedy, he reassured the people of Akwa Ibom of his steadfast dedication to the state's progress, vowing that his commitment remains unshaken.
As Akwa Ibom mourns this irreplaceable loss, the legacy of Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted servant of God will be fondly remembered.
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